CCS: Charlie's Collectible Show

Weekend collectibles market on Bissonnet in southwest Houston, where dozens of vendors sell Pokemon, sports cards, toys and comics Friday to Sunday.

CCS, short for Charlie's Collectible Show, works differently from a typical card shop. It's an indoor collectibles market on Bissonnet Street where many independent vendors set up tables. Several card businesses in the Houston directory list this address as home. With thousands of Google reviews and a perfect rating, it's become a weekend ritual for collectors across the city.

Cards are everywhere. Vendors sell Pokemon packs and singles, sports cards and slabs, alongside toys, comics, figures and video games. One reviewer summed it up: if you collect toys, comics or cards, this is your spot. Because each table is run separately, prices and inventory vary, which makes it a good place to compare deals and trade within the same building.

Regulars come almost every weekend and say there's always something new. Others describe it as a relaxed place to hang out and look at cards. First-timers are often surprised by the size and by how friendly the vendors are.

Timing matters. CCS is open only on weekends: Friday 3PM to 10PM, Saturday 10AM to 6PM and Sunday 10AM to 5PM. It's closed Monday through Thursday, so plan your trip around those hours. Friday evenings are a good time to get in before the Saturday crowd.

Because so many independent sellers share the space, CCS works well for comparison shopping. You can check a card's price at several tables before buying, and sellers will often trade. Expect a busy, market-style atmosphere on Saturdays, with collectors of all ages walking the aisles and vendors happy to talk about their inventory.

The market is at 9700 Bissonnet in southwest Houston, near the Sharpstown and Alief area, with on-site parking. Bring cash and your trade binder, since many vendors buy and trade on the spot.